In this thought-provoking solo episode of The Empowered Team Podcast, Kari Schneider dives into a powerful leadership paradox: why embracing both your inner champion and devil’s advocate is the key to high-stakes decision-making, resilient confidence, and empowered leadership. 🌉 Through a vivid parable and practical strategies, you’ll discover: How to challenge ideas without spiraling into self-doubt. Why belief without testing leads to failure—and how to avoid it. Tools to self-regulate and stay clear under pressure. How to create a culture that fosters innovation and accountability. You’ll walk away with practical tips to: Tap into emotional agility Make bolder, smarter decisions Cultivate high-performing, psychologically safe teams 🎧 Whether you're leading a business, a team, or your own life—this episode is your bridge between vision and reality. Listen now and master the art of leading with both heart and strategy.     💬 Start a conversation with Kari’s AI → https://www.delphi.ai/karischneider 👉 Ready to go deeper? Join the Empowered Team and take your leadership to the next level: https://theempowered.ca/team-learn-more 👉 Want to use AI to amplify your leadership? Grab our free guide “The 50 Best AI Prompts for Executives” → https://thehumanalgorithm.ai/free-ai-guide